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AirProducts
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Allentown,
PA
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has immediate openings in our Reaction Engineering team for a talented engineer with 5-10 years of experience in process development. Successful candidate will use their skills to leverage new process development as a means of supporting and driving productivity programs and growth for our differentiated Performance Materials businesses.
The Reaction Engineering Platform is part of our Process and Separations Center, an R&D organization focused on research into and development of improved chemical processes and cycles, increased productivity, as well as the scale-up and commercialization of new products. A combination of experimental research and engineering analysis will be necessary. The position involves technology development programs from concept initiation through commercialization, working closely with team members from our engineering, operations, and business teams around the world. The candidate will be required to function effectively on cross-functional project teams, in both leadership and team-member roles. The ability to identify opportunities and develop a credible business case to support ideas for new technology programs is required. Candidate needs to have a successful track record of bringing new product or process technology into a commercial manufacturing setting.
This position involves 10-20% travel to global locations in order to lead and support programs.
Existing project areas where the candidate can expect to be involved include:
• Development and leadership of projects to drive step change productivity through application of novel process technology.
• Analyzing and optimizing existing batch processes to increase capacity across our production facilities
• Leading the lab development of new products including the exploration of process variables to establish sensitivities and safe operating limits. Ability to participate in hands-on laboratory experiments is required.
• Scaling up and leading the introduction of new products into multiple operating plants including development of a technical package and on-site support of manufacturing trials.
• Generation of cost savings and operational improvement ideas through interaction with the business area, engineering and manufacturing
• Utilization of a DMAIC work process to drive productivity projects across a business
Key skill areas required in this position are reaction engineering fundamentals, experimental design, project management, process modeling, process hazard analysis and equipment configuration. General knowledge of process chemistry, catalysis, rheology and product cost analysis is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A minimum of five years experience with the practical application of innovative solutions in industrial and business settings, with a focus on new process development and productivity.
- Advanced Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent work experience
- Experience with new product scale-up and commercialization, reaction engineering, batch processing and separations.
- A track record of championing new ideas and technology
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to effectively contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Green or Black Belt certification in Sigma is highly desirable.
Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal 2010, Air Products had revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,300 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.
To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link – Search job openings from the left navigation bar. You can apply specifically to Job Req #8017BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.
Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Allentown, PA
Allentown, Pennsylvania
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